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Pasta Cooking Timer

Perfect al dente pasta every time

Pasta Timer

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Perfect Pasta Cooking Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of water to a rolling boil
  2. Add 1-2 tablespoons of salt to the water
  3. Add pasta and stir immediately to prevent sticking
  4. Start this 8-minute timer
  5. When the alarm sounds, taste test for doneness
  6. Drain pasta, but save some pasta water for your sauce

Pasta Cooking Times

Thin Pasta (5-6 min)

  • Angel Hair
  • Capellini
  • Vermicelli

Medium Pasta (7-9 min)

  • Spaghetti
  • Linguine
  • Fettuccine
  • Penne

Thick Pasta (10-12 min)

  • Rigatoni
  • Farfalle
  • Fusilli

Fresh Pasta (2-3 min)

  • Fresh Ravioli
  • Fresh Tortellini
  • Homemade Pasta

Frequently Asked Questions

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